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Could targeted exercises boost recovery for breast Cancer-Related lymphedema?

NCT ID NCT07697495

Symptom relief Sponsor: Toros University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 13, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether adding specific shoulder and posture exercises to standard lymphedema treatment can improve arm function, muscle strength, and posture in women who developed arm swelling after breast cancer surgery. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either standard care alone or standard care plus a supervised exercise program. Researchers will measure changes in arm function, posture, and muscle strength right after treatment and again two months later.

What this could mean

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Active substance
scapulothoracic stabilization and postural training
What this could lead to
If effective, adding these targeted exercises to standard lymphedema care could improve arm function, posture, and muscle strength in women recovering from breast cancer surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with 60 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The exercise program may not provide significant benefit over standard care alone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 60 people

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Started

Mar 2026

Expected to finish

Mar 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Female patients aged 18 to 65 years. * Diagnosed with secondary upper extremity lymphedema following breast cancer surgery (mastectomy). * Willing to participate in the study. * Able to provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Active infection (e.g., cellulitis or lymphangitis). * Advanced shoulder or cervical pathology. * Neurological disorders affecting upper extremity function. * Metastatic disease. * Receiving active chemotherapy. * Participation in another intensive lymphedema rehabilitation program within the previous 3 months.

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Conditions

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lymphedema

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Secondary lymphedema

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Locations

  • Adana Şehir Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi

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    Adana, Turkey (Türkiye)

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